5 h. ago Federal Gov’t Begins Structural Intervention On Carter Bridge

The Federal Ministry of Works has commenced urgent structural interventions on the Carter Bridge in Lagos following alarming signs of deterioration. Julius Berger, contracted in 2024, is currently working on repairing the substructure above the water, including pile caps and handrails. Underwater inspections had revealed severe damage beneath the bridge, suggesting that it has reached […]

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15 h. ago Release NDDC Forensic Audit Report Or I Resign As FCT Minister, Wike Tells Federal Gov’t

Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, has called on the Federal Government to make public the findings of the forensic audit conducted on the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), daring authorities to release the report or risk his resignation from cabinet. Wike made the bold declaration during an interview on Channels Television’s […]

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42 h. ago Federal Gov’t To Honour 250 Nigerians At 65th Independence Anniversary 

The Federal Government has revealed plan to honour 250 outstanding Nigerians for their exceptional dedication, innovation and patriotism toward nation building as part of activities marking the 65th Independence anniversary. Speaking at the flag-off ceremony of the Compendium of 250 top performers in Nigeria to commemorate the anniversary, Secretary to the Government of the Federation, […]

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45 h. ago Federal Gov’t Approves 37 New Evacuation Routes To Curb Oil Theft

The Nigerian Upstream Petroleum Regulatory Commission (NUPRC) has announced that the federal government has approved 37 new crude oil evacuation routes as part of strategic efforts to combat oil theft and enhance production. Speaking at the ongoing 2025 Nigeria Oil and Gas (NOG) Energy Week in Abuja, NUPRC Chief Executive Officer, Gbenga Komolafe, said protecting […]

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2 d. ago Name Varsity After Dantata, MAAUN Founder Gwarzo Tells Federal Gov’t

The Founder of MAAUN Group of Universities, Prof. Adamu Abubakar Gwarzo, has appealed to the Federal Government to immortalise the late business mogul and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Alhassan Dantata, by naming one of the universities in the North-West zone of the country after him. Prof. Gwarzo, who made the passionate appeal on Wednesday, said […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Strengthens Counterterrorism Framework With Revised National Strategy

The federal government of Nigeria has strengthened its counterterrorism framework with the Revised National Strategy. The National Counter Terrorism Centre (NCTC), in a significant step towards enhancing national and regional security, convened a high-level workshop on Tuesday to review and validate the revised national counterterrorism strategy (NACTEST). The NACTEST was first developed in 2015 and […]

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3 d. ago Court Orders Final Forfeiture Of Truck, Solid Minerals To Federal Gov’t 

Justice Olukayode Ariwoola of the Federal High Court sitting in Ilorin on Tuesday ordered the final forfeiture of a truck-load of assorted solid minerals to the federal government . Ariwoola while delivering ruling on the application filed by the Ilorin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) said the applicant has convinced […]

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3 d. ago Federal Gov’t Approves N65bn Disbursement To Health Facilities

The Ministerial Oversight Committee (MOC) on Basic Healthcare Provision Fund (BHCPF) has approved the disbursement of N65billion to healthcare facilities to strengthen primary health care delivery and advance progress toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) in the country. The breakdown showed that the committee approved the application of ₦32,880,443,906.00 drawn from the first quarter of 2025 […]

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5 d. ago Federal Gov’t Delegation Arrives In Saudi Arabia For Dantata’s Burial

A high-level delegation from the Federal Government of Nigeria has arrived in Saudi Arabia to receive the remains of late business magnate and elder statesman, Alhaji Aminu Dantata, ahead of his burial in the Islamic holy city of Madinah. Alhaji Dantata, aged 94, passed away in the wee hours of Saturday in Abu Dhabi, United […]

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7 d. ago Federal Gov’t Lauds ABUAD’s Global Recognition In 2025 Times Varsity Rankings

The Federal Ministry of Education has congratulated the Founder and Chancellor of Afe Babalola University, Ado-Ekiti (ABUAD), Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, and the entire academic and non-academic staff of the institution on its recent global recognition. In the latest Times Higher Education Impact Rankings (2025), ABUAD achieved a historic milestone by emerging as the 84th […]

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7 d. ago 100,000 Petrol Vehicles Converted To CNG In 1 Year — Federal Gov’t

The Federal Government has disclosed that over 100,000 petrol-powered vehicles have been converted to run on Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) in the past one year, describing it as a major step in Nigeria’s transition to cleaner, more affordable energy. Programme Director at the Presidential Compressed Natural Gas Initiative (P-CNGi), Engr. Michael Oluwagbemi, disclosed this on […]

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8 d. ago Federal Gov’t Dismisses Viral Video, Confirms Nigerians In Iran Safe

The federal government has dismissed a viral video circulating on social media about the safety of Nigerians in Iran, affirming that citizens residing in the Middle Eastern country remain unharmed and secure, despite the ongoing regional conflict. In an official statement released on Friday, the Nigerian in Diaspora Commission (NiDCOM) and the Nigerian Embassy in […]

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9 d. ago 1994 AFCON Winners: Federal Gov’t Hands Over Housing Allocation To Efan Ekoku

In fulfilment of its long-standing pledge to the victorious 1994 Super Eagles Team that won the Africa Cup of Nations in Tunisia (Tunisia ‘94), the federal government has started issuing housing allocation to the awardees. The minister of Housing and Urban Development Arc. Ahmed Musa Dangiwa who was represented by the Director and Head of […]

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9 d. ago Ondo govt partners FG, World Bank to empower 34,000 livestock farmers

Tribune Online Ondo govt partners FG, World Bank to empower 34,000 livestock farmers No fewer than 34,000 livestock farmers in Ondo have been trained by the State Government, in partnership with the World Bank, Federal Ministry of Agriculture, and... Ondo govt partners FG, World Bank to empower 34,000 livestock farmers Tribune Online

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1 week ago Abuja Remains Secure Despite US Advisory, Federal Gov’t Tells Nigerians

The federal government has reassured Nigerians and the international community that the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Abuja remains safe for citizens, residents, and visitors, despite a recent travel advisory issued by the Embassy of the United States. The US Embassy had advised its staff and their families to avoid non-official travel to military sites and […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t Slams Fresh Cybercrime Charge Against Kogi Central Senator Natasha

Federal Gov’t Slams Fresh Cybercrime Charge Against Kogi Central Senator Natasha The Federal Government has slammed the suspended Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, with a fresh criminal charge, sparking outrage among legal experts and human rights advocates who said the move reflected a pattern of forum shopping and targeted harassment. The new charge, marked FHC/ABJ/CR/195/25, […]

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1 week ago Afe Babalola Varsity Seeks Federal Govt’s Intervention On Ado

The management of Afe Babalola University, Ado Ekiti (ABUAD), Ekiti State has appealed to the federal government to wade into the deplorable condition of the Ado-Ijan Ekiti Road. The University, founded by iconic legal luminary, Aare Afe Babalola, SAN, while decrying the state of the road, called for immediate reconstruction of the road which it […]

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1 week ago NUJ @ 70: Federal Gov’t Urges Media To Champion Nigeria’s Democratic Progress

The Federal Government has urged the media to take the lead in promoting narratives that reflect Nigeria’s democratic progress and achievements, as a means of nurturing and consolidating democratic governance in the country. The call was made by the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Mohammed Idris, while speaking at the 70th Anniversary Gala/Award Night […]

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1 week ago Federal Gov’t, AIHS Push For Local Building Materials, Affordable Housing

In a renewed effort to tackle Nigeria’s housing deficit, the Federal Government and organisers of the Africa International Housing Show (AIHS) have unveiled plans to promote local building materials and make affordable housing a reality for millions of Nigerians. This was disclosed ahead of the 19th edition of the AIHS, scheduled to hold from July […]

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2 w. ago Kogi Stakeholders Task Federal Gov’t On Ending Benue Killings

Some concerned stakeholders in Kogi State have called on the Federal Government to act decisively to end killings in Kogi State to avert potential national food crisis This concern was raised during a reception in organised to honour Kogi State Head of Service, (HoS), Elijah Evinemi, in Lokoja, by his friends. Speakers at the event, […]

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